Only months ago, Hurricane Helene bombarded western North Carolina with rain and wind. Now, the state's first ski areas are opening.

As residents in western North Carolina are still dealing with the aftermath of Helene, snow has fallen in parts of the hard-hit region this week.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) removed debris from Lake Lure amid cleanup efforts following Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina. Footage shows heavy equipment dredging wood and rubbish from the water on 16.

For many in western North Carolina affected by the recent storm, help is finally on the way in the form of temporary housing. FEMA started distributing brand-new trailers for those hit hardest by Helene,